Survey Reveals Misconceptions Among Americans Regarding US Economy and Biden Administration
Wednesday, 22 May 2024, 09:00
Survey on Public Perception
Nearly three in five Americans wrongly believe the US is in an economic recession, with majority pointing fingers at the Biden administration, as revealed by a Harris poll. The survey unveils persisting pessimism about the economy as the election nears.
Misconceptions Revealed:
- 55% believe the economy is shrinking
- 56% think the US is experiencing a recession
- 49% believe the S&P 500 stocks are down for the year
- 49% believe unemployment is at a 50-year high
Despite these beliefs, economic data suggests otherwise, with GDP growth, stock index increase, and low unemployment rate. The poll findings shed light on the public's inaccurate views of the economy.
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